History Facts
How many colonies were there before the United States was independent?
13 Colonies
Who wrote the first version of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
On what day is Independence Day celebrated?
July 4th
What is King’s most famous speech called?
"I Have a Dream"
Who was Martin Luther King Jr.’s wife?
Coretta Scott King
Which country controlled the colonies?
Great Britain
Where did the delegates meet to discuss the document?
Philadelphia
On what date was the Declaration of Independence approved?
July 4, 1776
Where did King give this famous speech?
Washington, D.C.
Who was the Indian leader that taught non-violent protest?
Mahatma Gandhi
What war did the colonists fight against Britain?
The American Revolution
What state was Thomas Jefferson from?
Virginia
How many days did the delegates debate the document?
Two days
What prize did King win in 1964?
Nobel Peace Prize
What minister worked with King to help Black people?
Ralph Abernathy
In what year did Britain recognize the United States as independent?
1783
Who met to debate and approve the Declaration?
Delegates from the colonies
In what year was the US Constitution written and signed?
1787
How many books did King write?
Two
Who were inspired by King’s work—Black people, white people, or both?
Both
According to the preamble, are all people equal?
Yes
Who led the Continental Army and became the first president of the U.S.?
George Washington
In what year did King give his “I Have a Dream” speech?
1963
What date is Martin Luther King, Jr day celebrated?
The third Monday in January
Where was Martin Luther King, Jr born?
Atlanta, Georgia